Ariana & Evans Bergamot & Bay Ultima Aftershave Splash 5oz

Product Overview

Ariana & Evans Bergamot & Bay Ultima Aftershave Splash brings together bergamot, bay leaf, tobacco, cedarwood, and fresh pine in a fragrance created as a tribute to the much-loved Bergamot & Bay from Cold River Soap Works. The composition combines bright citrus and aromatic greenery with tobacco and woods for a fresh yet grounded fragrance profile.

Bergamot & Bay carries a particularly personal history for Ariana & Evans. Long before creating his own shaving products, founder Peter Charkalis was an admirer of Cold River Soap Works and its distinctive soap base. Bergamot & Bay became a particular favorite, eventually inspiring this Ariana & Evans interpretation after reconnecting with Cold River Soap Works founder Larry and receiving his blessing to move forward with the tribute.

Quick Take

Bergamot & Bay is an Ariana & Evans Ultima Aftershave Splash featuring a concise but distinctive combination of bergamot, bay leaf, tobacco, cedarwood, and fresh pine. Its citrus, aromatic, green, tobacco, and woody elements pay tribute to a fragrance that played an important role in the inspiration behind Ariana & Evans.

Scent Notes

Featured Notes: Bergamot, bay leaf, tobacco, cedarwood, fresh pine

Bergamot provides the fragrance's bright citrus character, while bay leaf and fresh pine introduce aromatic and green elements. Tobacco contributes a deeper contrast, and cedarwood reinforces the composition with a dry woody character. Together, these notes create a fragrance that balances freshness with aromatic and woody depth.

Best For

Ariana & Evans Bergamot & Bay is particularly well suited to wet shavers who enjoy fresh aromatic fragrances with citrus, green, tobacco, and woody elements. Its combination of bergamot and pine with bay leaf, tobacco, and cedarwood offers a distinctive alternative to purely citrus or traditionally sweet aftershave fragrances.

A Tribute to Cold River Soap Works

Bergamot & Bay was created as a tribute to Cold River Soap Works and its founder, Larry. Before Ariana & Evans began producing its own shaving soap, Cold River Soap Works was an important source of inspiration for Peter Charkalis, particularly because of its rich and distinctive soap formulations.

The original Cold River Soap Works Bergamot & Bay made an especially strong impression. Years later, Peter reconnected with Larry and asked for his permission before moving forward with an Ariana & Evans interpretation of the fragrance. The resulting Bergamot & Bay release honors both the original scent and the influence Cold River Soap Works had on Ariana & Evans.

A Word from the Manufacturer

For Ariana & Evans founder Peter Charkalis, Cold River Soap Works was a major inspiration during his years as a traditional wet shaving enthusiast. Its soap base stood apart for its rich, creamy character, and Bergamot & Bay became one of his personal favorites.

After rediscovering old correspondence, Peter contacted Cold River Soap Works founder Larry and explained his idea of reimagining Bergamot & Bay as a tribute. He did not want to move forward without Larry's approval. After reconnecting and receiving his blessing, Ariana & Evans was able to bring Bergamot & Bay back as a fragrance with deep ties to Peter's own wet shaving history.

Directions for Use

After shaving and rinsing the skin, apply an appropriate amount of Bergamot & Bay Aftershave Splash to the face and neck. Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes. For external use only.

Ingredients

Please refer to the product packaging for the complete ingredient declaration.

Product Details

• Brand: Ariana & Evans
• Product: Bergamot & Bay Ultima Aftershave Splash
• Product Type: Aftershave Splash
• Size: 5oz
• Fragrance Character: Citrus, aromatic, green, tobacco, woody
• Featured Scent Notes: Bergamot, bay leaf, tobacco, cedarwood, fresh pine
• Inspiration: A tribute to Cold River Soap Works Bergamot & Bay

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Pro Tip

Give Bergamot & Bay a little time to develop after application. The bright bergamot and green aromatic character are complemented by tobacco, cedarwood, and pine, allowing the fragrance's fresher and deeper elements to be experienced together.

Related Products

Pair Bergamot & Bay Aftershave Splash with the matching Ariana & Evans Bergamot & Bay shaving soap for a coordinated fragrance experience. The matching soap is offered in Ariana & Evans' Ultima 2 shaving soap base.

FAQ

What does Ariana & Evans Bergamot & Bay smell like?

Bergamot & Bay combines bright bergamot with aromatic bay leaf, tobacco, cedarwood, and fresh pine. The result brings together citrus, green, aromatic, tobacco, and woody elements.

What are the scent notes in Bergamot & Bay?

The featured notes are bergamot, bay leaf, tobacco, cedarwood, and fresh pine.

Is Bergamot & Bay inspired by Cold River Soap Works?

Yes. Ariana & Evans created Bergamot & Bay as a tribute to Cold River Soap Works and a fragrance that had been a personal favorite and inspiration for founder Peter Charkalis.

Did Ariana & Evans receive permission to create the tribute?

According to the story provided by Ariana & Evans, Peter Charkalis reconnected with Cold River Soap Works founder Larry and asked for his permission before moving forward with the tribute.

Is there a matching Bergamot & Bay shaving soap?

Yes. Ariana & Evans also offers Bergamot & Bay Shaving Soap in its Ultima 2 shaving soap base.

How much Bergamot & Bay Aftershave Splash is included?

This listing contains 5 ounces of Ariana & Evans Bergamot & Bay Ultima Aftershave Splash.

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